Double Dun and dusted

Dunston Fed, waiting to see what impact Scottish and Newcastle Breweries' takeover of the Federation Brewery has on their long standing sponsorship deal, pulled off an Albany Northern League double at Hillheads.

Dunston Fed, waiting to see what impact Scottish and Newcastle Breweries' takeover of the Federation Brewery has on their long standing sponsorship deal, pulled off an Albany Northern League double at Hillheads.

The Fed, having already claimed their first top-flight championship, beat runners-up Durham City with an extra-time golden goal from David Southern to win the league Cup.

City had earlier been reduced to10 men when full-back Jamie Howe was dismissed for a professional foul on Paul Hogg 17 minutes from time.

Dunston boss Bobby Scaife said: "It was a marvellous day and great to do the double.

"We have have set the standard now and will be looking to progress further next season."

Chairman Malcolm James also hailed the Gateshead clubs's finest campaign and is hopeful the link-up with the Dunston-based brewery will continue.

He said: "The club would not be where it is today without the backing of the Federation Brewery. A good main sponsor is massively important and we can only keep our fingers crossed the arrangement will continue."

Dunston dominated the early proceedings in front of a bumper 600 Hillheads crowd but, after Kane Young hit the post, Craig Lake fired Durham ahead just before half time.

Southern levelled from 20 yards early in the second period with City keeper Paul Gilmore injuring himself after falling awkwardly.

Adam Dowell deputised and he was beaten by Southern's cross shot in the 115th minute which gave the Fed a double cause for celebration.

Ashington, meanwhile, will attempt to emulate Dunston Fed's achievements by completing a second division double. The Colliers take on in-form Newcastle Blue Star at Prudhoe Town tonight in the Craven Cup Final and then face a replayed final match at Washington Nissan three days later, where a point will secure the championship.